TI-Nspire Navigator is a wireless classroom learning system that is shown to engage students, encourage classroom participation and increase achievement. Through a wireless network of TI-Nspire or TI-Nspire CAS handhelds, the TI-Nspire Navigator enables a new dimension of interactive teaching and learning.
How can you use it?
Can be used with mostly mathematics and science applications of all age levels.
You can use it like a computer as it has many of the same keys and control buttons and functions as a small computer.
Check out the reference link below for a number of activity ideas to use with the TI-Nspire.
Why would you use it?
You can use it for Instant Assessment, Increased Student Engagement, Maximized Classroom Learning Time
PRO: With quick polls and automatic screen captures, teachers can instantly gauge understanding and adjust instruction based on student progress.
PRO: Any student can present their calculator screen from anywhere in the room. Teachers can redirect their lesson to target their students' trouble areas.
PRO: Wirelessly transfer documents and collect, grade, save and record students' work, leaving more time for instruction and interaction in the classroom.
PRO: Now it is WIRELESS! No need for a hub to connect to.
CON: From EAI Distributer in New Jersey: Texas Instruments® TI-Nspire™ CAS Graphing Calculator - Teacher Pack (10 Calculators) $1,419.50
TI-Nspire Navigator Systems
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References
- TI-Nspire Navigator Systems
- Activites for the TI-Nspire (almost 1,000)
Lesson Plan using TI-Nspire by Karen Casselman